Top 10 Work Wear Essentials for the Construction Site

Posted: 11 January 2017


Working on a construction site can be one of the most hazardous and accident-prone working environments within the building trade. Construction site workers will be exposed to excessive construction dangers in their day to day life which can result in a severe injury or even death. Safety is of paramount importance due to the number of potential hazards that come with the working environment, it is for this reason that workers are required to wear the correct clothing and accessories to guarantee their own safety and protection. So, before you set out for work in the morning check out our guide of the top 10 work wear essentials for working on site.

Number 1: Snickers Power Open Gloves

Construction sites are full of sharp and dangerous objects which can cut or damage your hands, for this reason owning a high-quality pair of gloves is essential for work around the site. The Power Open Gloves are part of the Snickers Work Wear range which has been manufactured and designed with professionals and enthusiasts in mind. These Snickers Gloves will provide the user with excellent freedom and protection, ideal for use when operating heavy-duty machinery and a range of power tools. Fabricated from tough wearing and heavy-duty polyurethane material, the gloves offer extreme levels of durability and outstanding grip. These gloves feature a breathable mesh fabric which ensures minimal sweat build up and keeps the gloves smelling clean and fresh all year round. Finished with a curved fit technology which creates a comfortable and snug fitting glove, while specially engineered knuckle protectors give users that extra peace of mind when working in a hazardous environment.

Number 2: Snickers 3214 Black Canvas Cordura Trousers

Having a good pair of trousers for any tradesman is essential especially while working on a building site where conditions are not optimal. Snickers provide amazing work trousers which have been designed to provide comfort, protection, and warmth when working in harsh site conditions. These trousers are made from an extremely comfortable and rugged Canvas+ fabric, this fabric is reinforced by a Cordura fabric which provides extreme levels of strength and durability. These versatile trousers will provide you with a great range of places to store your tools and accessories with easy-to-access holster pockets, a Velcro tool carrying system and a smart mobile phone and pen compartment. These trousers are available in a wide range of colours including Brown Canvas, Navy Canvas, Grey Canvas and Black Canvas.

Number 3: Snickers 9110 Knee Pads

Knee pads are essential for anyone who regularly works on a construction site as they can increase ergonomics, performance, and also confidence. These Snickers Knee Pads are extremely comfortable and protective, they feature the patented Knee Guard positioning system. The Knee Pads have a hard-wearing durable outside and a soft inside for maximum comfort, the pads help to force weight distribution and cut protection when working on the floor. The advanced design allows full range of movement, yet closes around the knee when bending down for full protection from any rubble or debris in the surrounding area.

Number 4: DeWalt Challenger Safety Work Boots Brown Sympatex

Having a pair of sturdy steel toe capped boots can help to avoid a wide range of injuries that can severely harm a worker on site. These Boots are part of the new DeWalt safety boot range which is designed with lightweight, waterproof and breathable materials for a high level of comfort and protection. The boots have been manufactured with anti-static TPU soles which are able to withstand a range of chemicals and also high temperature. They have a steel toe cap which offers protection of up to 200 joules of pressure so are ideal for protection against rubble or debris falling on site. The Challenger boots are the perfect all-round work boots with their weatherproof, shock absorbent and robust build.

Number 5: Draper 51139 White Safety Helmet

When working on any construction site it is essential to wear a safety helmet at all times, this is due to the constant risk of falling objects which can cause severe harm or death. Sudden falls of debris, bricks and rubble can take place in ostensibly stable sites; therefore, it is not worth taking the risk and not having one. This Draper Helmet has been impact-tested and conforms to EN 397 specifications, making it ideal for use on the construction site. This helmet is fitted with a fully adjustable head harness within a high-density polyethylene shell.

Number 6: Herock Agron Black Softshell Jacket (no longer available)

For anyone working on a building site it is important to have a comfortable and durable jacket which is built to last. This Herock Softshell is a lightweight, warm and durable jacket which is ideal for people working outdoors on site. The Jacket is breathable, waterproof and windproof making it ideal for working in harsh outdoor conditions. Featuring 1 chest pockets and 2 side pockets so you have enough space to store a wide range of tools and accessories. The Jacket has reinforced underarms and hems of the sleeves which guarantee a comfortable and durable jacket.

Number 7: High Visibility Bomber Jacket

For anyone who works on a construction site they will know the importance of having a high visibility jacket. A high-vis will keep you illuminated so that you are visible to anyone working on the site, this gives people awareness of your presence, which enables them to act faster in the event that they could potentially endanger yourself or them. This High Visibility Jacket will help to keep you warm, comfortable and visible. The jacket is manufactured from a heavy-duty PVC coated polyester and finished with a quilted lining and reflective tape. The jacket features 2 outer pockets so you can store all your essentials safely, a heavy-duty zip and a studded storm flap.

Number 8: DeWalt Socks

When working outdoors or in harsh conditions it can be a complete nightmare to have cold and wet feet. With these DeWalt Socks which are designed for use with both steel toe and soft toe footwear you can say goodbye to cold and sore feet. These socks will provide comfort, warmth and protection which make them ideal for use on a construction site.

Number 9: DeWalt DWST1-75552 Multi-Purpose Tool Apron

This multi-purpose tool apron by DeWalt is ideal for any tradesmen who are working on the construction site. The Apron is fitted with a multi-purpose pouch, a drill holder, a hammer loop, and many other smaller pouches which are ideal for carrying a wide range of tools and accessories. This Pouch is manufactured from reinforced heavy-duty leather with metal rivets therefore it has extreme levels of strength and durability making it ideal for working in tough site conditions.

Number 10: Scan Tapered Foam Ear Plugs and Cord

Long term exposure to noise from drills, tools and background constructions sounds can cause chronic hearing loss, Ear plugs are an essential item of work wear especially for workers handling noisy equipment. These Scan Ear Plugs are manufactured from a soft energy absorbing polymer foam which compresses and then expands to give you the perfect fit in the ear canal. The tapered foam plugs are designed to reduce the sound levels that reach the ear drum while maintaining aural contact, these feature the benefit of attached cords to avoid dropping them.

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